Sixth-tier Magical Beast Guards the Gate!

"Venerable Yao, it's your turn..."

Another Soul Contract appeared in Lu Chuan's hand. He stared fixedly at Yao Chen, a faint chill flickering in his eyes.

Seeing the Soul Contract in Lu Chuan's hand, Yao Chen's mouth twitched slightly.

Though he did not know what exactly Lu Chuan held, he was certain it was no good thing.

If he had a choice, he certainly would not be willing to swear an oath.

But as he looked at the cold glint in Lu Chuan's eyes—

Yao Chen knew that, in his current situation, he had no room to choose.

As a Soul Body, he was not afraid of some Combined Ape pack.

But Yao Chen believed that since Lu Chuan could devise such a vicious method—

If he chose to refuse, Lu Chuan would surely come up with an even more vicious way to force him into submission.

At that thought, Yao Chen's expression twisted with conflict, shifting unpredictably.

"Xiao Yan, why aren't you persuading your teacher? This King's patience is limited."

Seeing Yao Chen's conflicted expression, Lu Chuan narrowed his eyes and suddenly ordered Xiao Yan beside him.

"You don't want to see your teacher perish here, do you?"

Upon hearing Lu Chuan's command, Xiao Yan instinctively resisted.

But he suddenly felt a piercing pain deep within his soul, as though some force wanted to tear it apart and compel him to obey Lu Chuan's command.

"Teacher, as long as the green hills remain, there will always be firewood to burn."

"A wise man submits to the times."

"You should submit to Master with me."

Xiao Yan endured the discomfort in his mind and tried to persuade Yao Chen.

"..."

Seeing Xiao Yan's behavior, Yao Chen's mouth twitched violently, leaving him utterly speechless.

What happened to "better to shatter like jade than remain whole like tile"?

Who had said that just now?

Where had that proud, unyielding look of his gone?

Though he inwardly mocked him, Yao Chen understood.

For someone like Xiao Yan to say such words, the thing in Lu Chuan's hand must have taken effect.

As expected, it was no good thing.

Yao Chen grew increasingly resistant, but he also understood—

Today, he had no room to refuse.

If he refused Lu Chuan, there was only one outcome.

His soul would be scattered and destroyed!

He was already a Soul Body. If he died this time—

There would truly be no possibility of resurrection ever again!

He would never be able to avenge himself upon that traitorous disciple who had betrayed both teacher and ancestor!

At that thought, Yao Chen's heart filled with unwillingness!

"Lion King, does your earlier promise still stand?"

"In the future, can you reconstruct a body for me?"

"And let me personally avenge my hatred?"

After a moment of silence, Yao Chen seemed to have made up his mind. He looked at Lu Chuan before him, seeking the latter's assurance.

Lu Chuan smiled and nodded, saying firmly, "This King has always kept his word. Since I promised you, I will surely do it."

He possessed the Many Children, Many Blessings System. As long as he continued to sire descendants, his strength would continue to grow.

One day, he would stand at the pinnacle of this continent.

Reconstructing a body for Yao Chen and allowing him to avenge himself—

Those were trivial matters.

If Yao Chen truly submitted to him, he would become Lu Chuan's trusted confidant.

In the future, it would not be impossible for him to stand below one man and above ten thousand.

"Alright!"

"I hope you will keep your word!"

Having received Lu Chuan's assurance, Yao Chen sighed inwardly. He gave Xiao Yan beside him a complicated look, then slowly said, "I, Yao Chen, swear that I am willing to submit to Master and will never betray him in the future!"

Buzz!

As soon as Yao Chen finished speaking, the Soul Contract in Lu Chuan's hand immediately reacted.

The transparent Soul Contract turned into a streak of white light and, before Yao Chen could react, shot straight into his mind.

The moment the Soul Contract entered his mind, Yao Chen frowned.

He was now experiencing exactly what Xiao Yan had felt earlier.

With the restraint of the Soul Contract, if he ever harbored thoughts of betrayal or intentions harmful to Lu Chuan in the future, the Soul Contract deep within his soul would activate instantly.

If he failed to stop in time, his soul would be directly destroyed by the Soul Contract.

"I never thought that after roaming the continent for so many years, I, Yao Chen, would ultimately end up as a slave."

A bitter smile appeared on his lips, but Yao Chen had no choice but to accept his fate.

From this day onward, the Venerable Yao of old was no more.

From now on, he was merely one of Lu Chuan's servants.

"Yao Chen greets Master!"

Taking a deep breath, Yao Chen finally adjusted his mindset and respectfully addressed Lu Chuan.

"Very good!"

"This King guarantees that you will never regret the choice you made today."

Having gained the submission of Xiao Yan and his master, Lu Chuan smiled, his heart filled with delight.

Whether it was Yao Chen, an Eight-grade Alchemist, or Xiao Yan, the son of this plane, both possessed tremendous value.

Now that he had gained their submission, Lu Chuan naturally felt immensely satisfied.

"Alright, return to the Cave Mansion with This King."

Lu Chuan waved at the Golden Feathered Eagle, then led Xiao Yan and his master directly toward his Cave Mansion.

"Golden Eagle, from now on, you will be responsible for guarding This King's Cave Mansion."

Before long, the Golden Feathered Eagle carried the three of them to the entrance of the Cave Mansion. Lu Chuan then gave it his orders.

Shriek!

Naturally, the Golden Feathered Eagle did not dare disobey Lu Chuan in the slightest and obediently remained at the entrance to stand guard.

Sensing the Golden Feathered Eagle's terrifying aura, the other Third-Tier Magical Beast guards at the entrance all trembled in fear and prostrated themselves on the ground.

Xiao Yan, standing to the side, was deeply shocked by the sight.

A Sixth-tier Magical Beast guarding the door.

This was way too extravagant...

"You two, come in with This King."

After giving Xiao Yan and his master the order, Lu Chuan got up and walked into the Cave Mansion.

Xiao Yan and his master exchanged a glance before following behind Lu Chuan.

"Yun'er, This King has returned."

Having subdued the Golden Feathered Eagle as well as Xiao Yan and his master, Lu Chuan was in an excellent mood. The moment he returned to the Cave Mansion, he smiled and pulled Yun Yun into his embrace.

"Lion King is so pleased. It seems your wish has been fulfilled."

"Congratulations."

Yun Yun also knew why Lu Chuan had gone out this time and immediately congratulated him.

As the saying went, affection grew with time.

Yun Yun was also a rather traditional woman.

Once she had shared physical intimacy with a man, feelings would naturally begin to develop.

Hadn't Xiao Yan and Yun Yun been exactly like this in the original story?

Moreover, over the past half month, Lu Chuan had treated Yun Yun with great consideration and gentleness.

This gradually caused Yun Yun to develop a degree of reliance on Lu Chuan, and twisted feelings began to take root in her heart.

The change in Yun Yun's attitude toward him made Lu Chuan sigh inwardly.

Though a forcibly picked melon was not sweet, it could still quench one's thirst.

And indeed, it was a shortcut into a woman's heart.

Of course, it was also the most dangerous method.

If Lu Chuan were not strong enough to suppress her, then one day, trouble would inevitably erupt in his own backyard.

In serious cases, he might even suffer a backlash!

"Th-this isn't that Female Dou Huang powerhouse from that day?"

When Xiao Yan saw Yun Yun in Lu Chuan's arms, he froze on the spot.